Aaliyah

Aaliyah Dana Haughton (January 16, 1979 – August 25, 2001), who performed under the name Aaliyah, was an American recording artist, actress and model. She was born in Brooklyn, New York, and was raised in Detroit, Michigan. At an early age, she appeared on the television show “Star Search” and performed in concert alongside Gladys Knight.
At age 12, Aaliyah signed with Jive Records and Blackground Records by her uncle, Barry Hankerson. He introduced her to R. Kelly, who became her mentor, as well as lead songwriter and producer of her debut album, “Age Ain't Nothing but a Number,” which was recorded when she was 14.
Released in June 1994, the album peaked at #18 on the Billboard ... Continue Bio >>